Tender Title: Round the Clock Operation and Maintenance of Firefighting and Fire Detection Systems

Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6158141

Issuing Authority: Airports Authority of India (AAI), Ministry of Civil Aviation

Scope of Work and Objectives

The purpose of this tender is to solicit bids for the round the clock operation and maintenance of essential firefighting systems, fire detection, alarm systems, and gas suppression systems at the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in Agartala. The selected contractor will ensure that all fire safety measures are operational and compliant with national safety standards, thus guaranteeing the safety of passengers and airport staff at all times.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for consideration, bidders must meet the following requirements:

• The bidder must be a legally registered entity in India.
• Proven experience in providing operation and maintenance of firefighting systems, including fire detection and alarm systems.
• Financial stability and capability to undertake the project.
• Compliance with all regulatory standards relevant to operational safety and maintenance services.

Technical Requirements

Bidders are expected to possess the necessary technical qualifications, including:

• Trained personnel specializing in firefighting system operation and maintenance.
• Valid certifications for firefighting and safety operations.
• Compliance with all relevant IS (Indian Standards) and other applicable standards.

Financial Requirements

All bidders must provide financial documents that show proof of capacity to fulfill the tender requirements. This includes:

• Annual turnover statements for the last three financial years.
• Bank solvency certificates.
• Details of previous contracts of a similar nature and scale.

Document Submission Details

Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through the designated platform. All documents need to be provided in PDF format unless specified otherwise. The submission should include:

• Completed bidding forms.
• Technical and financial proposals.
• Relevant supporting documents.

Special Provisions

The tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, with special provisions available for these entities to promote local entrepreneurship and innovation. This includes relaxed eligibility criteria for MSEs and incentivized evaluation points to support fair competition.

Evaluation Process

Upon submission, bids will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Compliance with technical specifications.
• Financial viability.
• Previous experience and performance history.
• Adherence to safety standards and operational guidelines.

Delivery Locations

The successful bidder will carry out operations primarily at the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport located in Agartala, ensuring that all firefighting systems are maintained and operational throughout the contract period.

Contact Information

For inquiries and further assistance regarding this tender, bidders are advised to reach out through official channels provided on the bidding platform.